Contacts OSP early on during conceptualization of project; Performs research and retains data; submits both interim and final technical reports; responsible for overall scientific integrity of the project; brings on and oversees staff; understands that protocols must be written if there is human subject or animal use.

Prepares protocol for submission to IACUC committee; after approval makes sure all personnel understand current mandates and protocols dealing with animal care and use; makes updates when appropriate and resubmits protocol

Prepares protocol for submission to IRB; makes updates when appropriate and resubmits protocol; verifies that all personnel understand protocol and are trained appropriately

Provides trainees names to OSP. Responsible for overseeing that trainees recieve RCR training. If First time NSF/NIH PI completes training.

Policy Under Development

Prepares any appropriate protocol and submits to corresponding committee for review and approval; Discloses use of hazardous and regulated materials; certifies that all relevant personnel are trained appropriately

Fund Manager

Acquires an understanding of the project from the PI and assists by managing between available resources and project goals

Assists with procurement and administrative decisions, managing payroll and expensing various accounts; works with OSP in the creation of accounts; should be alert for any compliance issues that may arise; should have a general understanding of Circulars that govern sponsored research; may be required to submit a financial disclosure

Monitors continuing review requirements and aids in the submission of amendments; does not permit expenditures until IACUC approves protocols

Monitors continuing review requirements and aids in the submission of amendments; does not permit expenditures until IRB approves protocols

Policy Under Development

Monitors continuing review requirements and aids in the submission of amendments; does not permit expenditures until committee approves protocols

Unit Director

Approves proposals to assure accurate committment of SI resources

Identifies individuals who should disclose under SD 103

Policy Under Development

Undersecretary

Institutional Official - Submits annual report to OLAW

Institutional official

Policy Under Development

Reports Misconduct allegations, investingations, or findings to ORI

OSP Pre-Award

Works early on with PI during conceptualization of project; ensures that proposal is in line with sponsors guidelines; pulls information on specific sponsor and researches guidelines that may be useful; reviews proposal to ensure it complies with Smithsonian and sponsor guidelines

Smithsonian’s representative when negotiating with Sponsor and exercises authority when accepting financial obligations

Policy Under Development

OSP Compliance

helps in verifying compliance with Smithsonian Institutional policies and other regulatory requirements;

works to ensure quality of controls that safeguards the Smithsonian’s assets, evaluates the use of resources; also is aware of other policies, procedures, laws and regulations

Policy Under Development

Advises units regarding methods to control the risk of fortuitous loss to the Smithsonian Institute; advises on regulatory compliance

OGC

Advisor on regulatory compliance

Advisor on regulatory compliance

Advisor on regulatory compliance

Advisor on regulatory compliance

Advisor on regulatory compliance

Policy Under Development

Advisor on regulatory compliance

OSP Post-Award

Provides assistance in adhering to regulations with particular focus on applicable laws

Post-Awards’ primary focus; ensures that PI has managed the award according to a strict interpretation of Sponsor guidelines; corrects any errors when receiving the award from Pre-Award; acts as internal control ensuring things such as proper cash management; processes service request and manages cost transfers ; acts on behalf of the Institution when collections of award is necessary; Closes out award when project is completed